ATTOM released its annual analysis of the best times of year to sell a home, revealing that seller premiums consistently peak in the early months of the spring selling season. Based on more than 52 million single-family home and condo sales from 2015 through 2025, homes listed in March, May and April achieved the highest premiums compared to estimated market values.
The data shows a clear seasonal pattern: seller premiums tend to build early in the year, reaching their highest levels in late winter and spring before gradually tapering off through the summer and fall. This trend aligns with increased buyer demand during the first half of the year, creating more competitive conditions that can drive stronger sale prices.
For homeowners thinking about selling, timing still matters, according to ATTOM. Homes listed in the spring tend to see more buyer activity and often sell for a higher premium compared to their estimated value.
Looking at performance across the full calendar year, seller premiums were highest in the spring, with March leading at 10.7 percent, followed by May (10.2 percent) and April (10.2 percent). February (10 percent) and June (10 percent) also posted strong results, reinforcing the strength of the early-year market.
Premiums declined after mid-year and continued to ease through the second half of the year, with October (7.9 percent) and September (8 percent) representing the lowest-performing months. While homes still sold above estimated values throughout the year, the data shows a clear narrowing of premiums outside of peak season.
ATTOM also identified specific calendar days that historically delivered the highest seller premiums. The top-performing days were concentrated in late winter and spring, with Feb. 29 leading at a 15.3 percent premium.
Other top-performing days included May 26 (14.7 percent), March 31 (14.1 percent), and several dates clustered at the end of March and late May. Many of the highest-premium days fall just ahead of or during peak listing periods, suggesting that timing a listing to coincide with rising buyer activity can have a measurable impact on sale outcomes.